SSF UK Collaboration Week is taking place from May 15th - 19th to tie in with Learning at Work Week. We are excited to share that the line up is now complete and what a week of amazing sessions we have.
Invites will be going out this week and you can find out and register for all sessions below.
MONDAY MAY 15TH - LEADERSHIP
10am - Sewells, Dr William Holden & Gail Harrison - “Fostering Trust as a Leader to build team commitment”
As a Leader, you will undoubtedly have a long list of priorities which are clamouring for your attention…from creating a clear sense of direction to producing performance and results, at a time when levels of uncertainty are high, and change seems never ending. Whatever is on your current priority list, fostering outstanding relationships which are built on trust has never been more important.
In this webinar, we will focus on:
1pm: Rob Moors Consulting - Rob Moors, Leadership & Executive Coach - “How to engage and motivate your team”?
Why are they doing what I’ve asked them to do? Why don’t they seem to care as much as me? What more can I do? If you’ve asked yourself these questions, or any similar, come along to this session. Leadership starts with self, and then others; so we’ll explore what motivates and engages us first, as well as what gets in the way, then we’ll focus discussion on our teams to identify the same. Expect simple tools and great conversation… you already have the answers, we’ll use this time to unlock them.
TUESDAY MAY 16TH - HR/PEOPLE
10am: DAC Beachcroft, Michelle Jenkins, Senior Associate and Jenny Walker, Associate - Neurodiversity in the workplace: Employer obligations - getting it right
Michelle Jenkins, Senior Associate and Jenny Walker Associate in the employment, immigration and pensions team at international law firm DACBeachcroft LLP will lead this session.
Neurodiversity is used to refer to neurological or developmental conditions such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia. People who have these conditions typically learn and process information differently to the majority of people. Given the prevalence of neurodivergent conditions (and increasing awareness about them) it is essential that employers ensure that they understand how they can support neurodiverse people in the workplace. This session will look at:
12:30pm: Hays, Harry Gooding, Director - Creating tomorrow’s workforce, today; how Hays is working with undiscovered talent to address your skills shortages
An interactive session to explore the skills shortage, how it really impacts organisations and how to address it. We’ll explore alternative solutions to addressing acute skills shortages with a focus on the transformative impact of skills development programmes and how to open up opportunities to undiscovered talent communities.
2pm: Vista Employer Services, Yvonne Saxon, Head of HR, Diversity & Inclusion Service and Vicky Roberts, Director and Head of VLearning - "Tools & Techniques to Manage Conflict at Work".
As humans we are often concerned about the ramifications of managing conflict at work. In this live webinar, Vista’s leading industry experts will provide you with practical tools and techniques to share with your team.
You will learn:
By the end of the workshop, you will be equipped with a neat and practical technique to get the ‘challenging conversation’ into a constructive place.
WEDNESDAY MAY 17TH - WELLBEING
10am: Mental Health UK – “Understanding Anxiety”
Join Mental Health UK to learn more about anxiety, how to recognise the signs and what steps you can take to change how you, your colleagues and your workplace respond to anxiety.
1pm: YOLO Wellbeing, Cheryle Britton - "Are you sitting uncomfortably"?
In this 1hour session we will change the way you sit at your desk…resulting in more energy; less aches and pains, and better long term physical and mental health.
Prepare to be engaged and entertained with a mix of education, conversation, and gentle movement.
THURSDAY MAY 18TH
10am - Investors in Excellence – Judy Hart, ‘Be more Lion - Becoming a Strategic Leader’
Is there an excellent leader in you? Leading others always begins with leading self. All the great leaders started their journey to excellence as great followers. Born or bred, great leaders know how to be led and to lead effectively.
Investors in Excellence unlocks potential and improves performance, and in this session, Judy Hart, Chief Executive will share how to become a Strategic Leader in your own right. Will it be time well spent? Absolutely! Strategic Leadership is one of the most sought after, highly effective skills you will ever possess.
This thought-provoking session will demonstrate the skills needed to develop Leading Self, Leading Others, Leading Change and Leading Professionally, and of course, you will leave with those all-important attributes of a Strategic Leader in the palm of your hand.
This event will be live streamed on the day so please click on the following to join:
1pm: Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals, Mathew Akrigg, Policy and Research Officer - Legislation update.
Payroll is complicated, now more than ever. With all the changes we saw in the past year, something might have passed you by. The CIPP are here to bring you all the key legislative changes, relevant case law and helpful reminders to ensure you remain compliant.
As payroll services become a key offering for many accountancy firms, it is important to stay at the top of the game and provide the best service possible. The CIPP are here to help you do that and celebrate the payroll profession.
FRIDAY MAY 19TH - FINANCE
10am: Purchase to Pay Network, Ellen Leith, Managing Director, Susan Ní Chríodáin Leadership Development - Facilitation & Coach at Beyond the Numbers and Alison Smith, Speaker, Trainer, Breakthrough Coach, Author & Podcaster at Landscaping Your Life - "Ethical Leadership and decision making in Finance and Procurement".
What place do ethics have in business? Does how we conduct ourselves, treat others and our suppliers have a wider impact on organisational controls and profit?
Susan Ní Chríodáin is an award-winning chartered accountant with a big-4 background. Her career has spanned three continents and a range of leadership roles including Director of Finance & Support Services of an international organisation.
Alison Smith’s university career’s adviser said procurement would be the perfect career for her and 38 years later she still agrees. Alison is especially passionate about bringing our humanity into business not leaving it at the door.
Join them as they discuss, with expert leaders who between them have over 55 years of experience in finance and procurement, the role of behaviour in sustainability and our ESG agenda.
Ellen, Susan and Alison talk about:
13 behaviours of trust Change management The role of your suppliers Ethical Sourcing Decisions that impact ESG Diverse teams and leadership Empathy in business.
1pm: GenCFO – Chris Argent, Managing Director – “The New Triple A”
The case for change is clear. We must embrace and lead the new Triple A capability of data analytics, automation, and business agility. We must embrace the Triple A of analytics, automation and business agility to stay competitive. In my opinion, an organisation that embraces the Triple A capability is set for high performance and sustainable growth. Yes, the Triple A status is a nod to the credit ratings agencies, and that is no coincidence. The Triple A matters. Join this session where I will be making the case for change and exploring the possibilities of a digital finance function embracing new skills, new talent, new ways of working and new outcomes.
3pm: Accounts Payable Association, Jamie Radford, Founder & CEO, Mary Schaeffer, Founder at AP Now & Accounts Payable Speaker - "Mastering the Art of Accounts Payable".
Gain valuable insights for a successful 2023 by hearing from CEO Jamie Radford and Founder at AP Now Mary Schaeffer on optimising your AP and understanding the impact of Global E-invoicing and the future of UK regulations.
We look forward to seeing you all online soon.
